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    A History of Taxidermy

    A History of Taxidermy

    Presented by Wagner Free Institute of Science at Wagner Free Institute of Science

    April 7, 2010


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    The Wagner Free Institute of Science presents “A History of Taxidermy,” an illustrated presentation by Dr. Pat Morris, retired London University professor and taxidermy historian. Dr. Morris will explain why people find taxidermy to be so interesting, tracing the history of taxidermy from its roots as a business in the 19th century, while exploring the diverse and amusing uses of this preservation technique. This includes major museum exhibits, stuffed pets, hunting trophies, animal furniture, and squirrels playing cards. In conjunction with the lecture, there will be an exhibition of work created by Animal Sculpture students from the Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial on display in the museum. Come early to explore the Wagner’s historic building and unparalleled collections. 


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        Wagner Free Institute of Science

        1700 W. Montgomery Avenue
        Philadelphia, PA 19121

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets: Free

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        April 7, 2010

        Times:
        5:30 pm

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          Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.


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